S4.E4. The Empowering Work of Discipleship

Empowerment Through Discipleship with Pastor Taka Iguchi | Flourish Podcast

In this thought-provoking episode, Brandi sits down with Pastor Taka Iguchi, lead pastor of Voice Church in California and a long-time discipleship leader, to explore how true empowerment happens not through titles or platforms, but through intentional, relational discipleship.

Together, they unpack the difference between teaching and truly walking alongside someone, how to lead others into transformation rather than performance, and why the hidden work of discipleship may be the most powerful calling of all. With years of experience discipling others through the real, raw, and often messy parts of faith, Taka offers both wisdom and challenge to anyone longing to grow in Christ.

Whether you’re new to discipleship or longing to deepen your impact, this episode will inspire you to step boldly into the call to lead and be led.

What to you'll learn in this episode:

• The true difference between information and transformation in discipleship

• Why empowerment starts in relationship, not in curriculum or teaching

• How hidden, faithful investment can impact generations

• What it looks like to disciple in everyday life, not just in structured programs

• How to lead others without losing your own soul

• Empowerment through relationship

• Spiritual maturity beyond surface growth

• Leading with humility and intention

• Making disciples in the modern world

  
  

Ask yourself: Who is discipling me? And who am I discipling?
Take one intentional step this week to pour into someone—or invite someone to pour into you.

Resources from this episode:

• Learn more about Voice Church: voice.church

• Follow Pastor Taka on Instagram: @takaiguchi

• Subscribe & listen to past episodes on Spotify | Apple Podcasts

• Connect with Flourish: untilallflourish.com